2018 Legislative Priorities

Amazon began collecting sales tax on items it sells in Georgia four years ago after a push from state lawmakers. Now, state leaders in Georgia and throughout the country are setting their sights on the mega-retailer again — this time, to collect taxes from the third-party merchants that sell through its site.

This afternoon, as Georgia begins to recover from the effects of Hurricane Irma, Governor Nathan Deal has issued an executive order lifting the mandatory evacuation order for coastal Georgia issued on 7 SEPT 2017.

Since 1961, Georgia Retailers has protected Georgia’s retail industry from unreasonable taxes, fees, and regulations. We work to secure passage of retail friendly legislation that have major bottom line impact on retail stores.